Despite both genres being individually well-represented, open-world RPGs aren’t actually all that common, so we need to cherish each one of them. Everybody knows Skyrim and The Witcher 3, or even modern greats like Crimson Desert, but the same cannot be said for every game. In fact, a few true gems have been largely forgotten by time, remembered only by select die-hard fans and referenced solely in these types of articles. Let’s change that. If you find yourself staring at your video game library, unsure what to play, then these forgotten open-world RPGs could bring a spark back into your…
B&T USA is making a big investment in its American manufacturing footprint, and the company says customers should start seeing the benefits almost immediately. The firearms and suppressor manufacturer announced this week that it has significantly expanded its production facility in Herriman, Utah, transforming what was a small operation into a full-scale manufacturing hub in less than a year. The numbers tell the story. When B&T USA began upgrading the 88,000-square-foot facility in late 2025, the operation consisted of just three employees, two industrial 3-D printers and a single CNC machine. Today, the Utah location employs more than 55 people…
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s meeting with President Donald Trump on Tuesday is the first since the two leaders launched a joint war against Iran and marks a chance for Netanyahu to smooth out strains in their relationship. The meeting comes as both face growing pressures at home. Netanyahu is up for reelection and is embattled in part because of his deteriorating relationship with Trump. Trump is under pressure to end an unpopular war that has wreaked economic havoc and driven prices higher ahead of midterm elections this November. Trump revealed some tension with Netanyahu ahead of…
Police in Seattle believe that the shooting at last weekend’s Bite of Seattle food festival was gang related, though most of those who were shot were just innocent bystanders. Washington has some of the most restrictive gun laws in the country, including a ban on “large capacity” magazines, universal background checks, and prohibitions on anyone younger than 21 purchasing or possessing a handgun. Despite those laws, authorities say a 15-year-old is one of several suspects in the shooting… and right now, the only one who is in custody. Police believe three suspects were involved in a shooting…
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has awarded 50 U.S. service members medals in recognition of their work in securing the U.S.-Mexico Border. The medals, called the Mexican Border Defense Medal, were awarded in a ceremony on Monday to 14 Marine Corps personnel, 36 soldiers and one sailor who had all worked to stop drug traffickers and illegal immigration during President Donald Trump’s second administration. Border Security Securing the border has been a key priority under the second Trump administration. As of July 2025, U.S. troop deployments at the border tripled to 7,600 and include every branch of the military. The military…
This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The Economic Collapse Blog under the title: This Super El Niño May Be “The Strongest By A Truly Mind-Blowing Margin” And Could Cause The Most Economic Damage Ever We are literally watching a slow-motion apocalyptic event play out right in front of our eyes, but most people in the general population don’t seem too concerned even though we are being warned that this apocalyptic event could cause trillions of dollars in economic losses. Large numbers of fish are being cooked to death, unprecedented wildfires are ripping across the United States and…
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The City of Boston is known historically for the Battle of Bunker Hill, which was fought on June 17, 1775, during the Siege of Boston in the first stage of the American Revolutionary War. Today, Boston is a sprawling coastal city that is fighting a different battle, one of climate change and an increasing threat of disastrous flooding. To that end, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is recommending $10 billion in infrastructure investments in its draft ‘Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study’. Released last week on July 24, the goal is to make recommendations to protect Boston and…
In this episode of REACTS, I break down the growing tensions surrounding Iran’s so-called “elite” special forces and the potential … Watch full video on YouTube
The best hiking shoes are light, efficient, protective, and keep your feet cool on trails. You’ll give up a bit of ankle support with a shoe versus a boot, but many find the increased comfort and performance are worth the trade-off. This guide combines the perspectives of prolific thru-hiker Chris Carter, consummate woodsman Nick LeFort, and trail runner, hiker, and hunter Sean McCoy. Between them, they’ve spent thousands of miles testing hiking shoes from the eastern forest of Appalachia to granite peaks in California. For this guide, the team has tested 30 pairs of hiking shoes over the past 6…
A family in Kent, Washington is safe and sound today thanks to the quick thinking and support for the Second Amendment displayed by one family member. Police in the city were called out to a home just after 3 a.m. on Monday morning on reports of shots fired. When the got to the scene, they found a deceased suspect and five family members who were understandably shaken up. According to authorities, the couple who own the home were there with their daughter, son-in-law, and grandchild when their daughter was woken up by strange noises coming from the first floor. …
Chiappa Firearms is adding something a little different to the rimfire space for 2026. The new Chiappa M1-22 Bushranger doesn’t try to look like a competition rig or a tactical trainer. Instead, it leans into simplicity. Then quietly layers in just enough modern capability to keep things interesting. Familiar at First, Flexible When It Matters Pick up the Chiappa M1-22 Bushranger, and the first thing you’ll likely notice is the feel. A pistol-grip wood stock, lightweight frame, and straightforward layout give it that classic rimfire vibe. It appears comfortable, intuitive, and easy to get behind, exactly what you want from…
